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The Quarter: quarter 4, 2008/09

Document type:

Statistics

Author:

Department of Health

Published date:

5 June 2009

Primary audience:

Finance, Directors, Chief executives

Publication format:

A4 electronic only

Gateway reference:

11945

Copyright holder:

Crown

David Flory’s fourth quarterly report of 2008/09 on NHS finance and service performance, shows that the NHS has had a very successful year. Notable achievements include delivering the shortest waiting times for patients since records began; continuing to improve access to primary care; driving down further the numbers of healthcare associated infections; and making robust plans and preparations so we are well placed to deal with any pandemic flu outbreak. The NHS has also demonstrated strong financial sustainability at a time of broader economic uncertainty.